Model ship building in architecture is the best way to represent ideas into reality and to understand reality. Designs are rather flat and two-dimensional and cannot give the feel of what it is like when a certain structure is built. Scale model making lets you explore the spaces that drawings cannot make you feel. Thus, it gives you the feeling of being there even if it is just miniature models.
From an architectural model, the design concept, colours, surfaces, shapes and scales can be readily understood. Further, an architectural model also echoes the elegance of the design.
Architects do not just draw images of buildings and other structures. They are also responsible in engaging the people and the physical world as not everyone can understand a blue print. Detailed models can help aid in understanding complex projects in a matter of minutes or even seconds. Most companies in architectural industry always make it a point to create models as they understand the following benefits:
- Having a prototype allows architectural companies to communicate better with team members, clients, users and consultants what the finish product would be. It allows everyone to engage in the project and to contribute in the creative process, whereby solving visible design issues.
- Architectural models are often used as a sales tool for ship models, architectural models, piping design models and many others to be able to see what would it be like when it is built. These models are sometimes also seen in stadiums or theatres so that people can have a better idea of where the seats would be.
- In addition, architectural models are often used in films. Most of the times the details of these models used in films look so real that with the aid of CGI, one could not easily detect what is real and what is not.
- Moreover, they are also used as show pieces in the reception of the building or as exhibits in museums and even in theme parks. In other cases, they serve as site maps for large complex areas so that visitors will have a visual representation of where they are and how to get to their desired locations.
- Building models create a powerful impact to business investors. It gives them the assurance that the proposal is serious and the result is workable and attractive. Thus, it also inspires investors’ understanding, enthusiasm and confidence in the project that they will support.
- Architectural model making plays a huge role in project investigation and decision making. They are used to review all the necessary details, be it changes or additions needed in the project, before the construction of the project begins.
- Architectural models are also essential in construction project approval and permits as they provide a better understanding of the project and how it will impact the surrounding area where the project would be built.
- Finally, these models are also used as reference for abstract and future architectural idea that the current technology has limitations in creating one.
